Paws Down Dog Training offers balanced dog training, board and train programs, private lessons, and behavior modification serving North Peoria, North Phoenix, and parts of Glendale AZ. Specializing in obedience training, leash training, puppy training, crate training, reactivity, impulse control, and off leash reliability for dogs of all ages and backgrounds. Unlike large facilities, your dog trains in a real home environment with hands on daily work and never spends time in a kennel. I only take two dogs at a time so your dog always has my full attention. Training is a partnership , I work with you and your dog so the results last long after our time together ends. Call or text today for a free meet and greet.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash trainingProgram details
Have a dog or puppy that pulls, barks, or lunges when walking? Do you skip walks because they're too frustrating? We can help teach leash manners and make walks enjoyable! · Listed price: $145.00
Obedience training
Puppy trainingProgram details
New puppies aren't born knowing how to sit, stay, lay down, or even use the bathroom outside! We can help get the basic training done for your puppy so you can focus on building a loving relationship based on respect. · Listed price: $145.00
Recall training
Behavior support
Barking
Jumping upCustomer-reported
Reactivity training
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Have your dog or puppy stay with us and receiving training throughout the day. We only board a maximum of 2 dogs at a time, so your pup will receive individual attention and learn valuable commands, proper manners, and social skills. · Listed price: From $1,000.00
In-home training
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
Dog Training services to help with bad behavior and poor manners. This includes basic obedience, jumping, barking, pulling when walking and much more. · Listed price: $145.00
Overnight Dog Training
Send Away Dog Training
Dog Training Bootcamp
Certified Dog Trainer
Pit Bull Training
German Shepherd Training
Doodle Training
Frenchie Training
Pug Training
Husky Training
Poodle Training
Bulldog Training
Cattle Dog Training
Beagle Training
Yorkie Training
Collie Training
Mastiff Training
Cane Corso Training
Chihuahua Training
Dalmatian Training
Doberman Training
French Bulldog Training
Schnauzer Training
Corgi Training
Presa Canario Training
Rottweiler Training
Shelter Dog Training
Dog Trainer Phoenix
Dog Trainer Peoria AZ
Dog Trainer Glendale AZ
Impulse Control Training
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Questions & answers
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How long does it take to train a dog or puppy?
It depends on the dog or puppy's age, breed, and the behavior being trained. Basic obedience can take a few weeks to a few months, while advanced behavioral issues and engrained bad habits can take longer. It is also very important that the owners follow through with the strategies learned during the training sessions. If bad behaviors get to continue in the trainer's absence, training will take longer.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
Private dog or puppy training sessions are $120/hour. There are discounts for purchasing 3 or 6 lesson packages. The amount of sessions needed will vary depending on the dog's specific issues that need to be resolved and the amount of follow through from the owner outside of lessons.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
Absolutely! Older dogs can certainly learn new behaviors. It may take longer than with puppies due to the length of time the bad habits have been part of the dog's daily routine. With consistency and patience however, dogs of any age can be taught proper manners!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
That depends on your goals and dog's needs. Basic obedience might take only a few sessions, while more complex behavioral issues may require ongoing training.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
What should I do if my dog has trauma or trust issues?
Take it slow and go at the dog's pace, create a calm and predictable environment. Build trust through positive reinforcement, avoid forcing interactions, behaviors, and socialization. Don't be afraid to seek professional help from an experienced dog trainer!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
5/5Rachael has been such a blessing in our life!!! We got Finn from the shelter almost 2 years ago, and while my wife and I loved him so much, he had no small amount of challenges. He was severely reactive towards dogs and cats, and had pulled my wife down the stairs to chase after …Read full reviewClose full review
Rachael has been such a blessing in our life!!! We got Finn from the shelter almost 2 years ago, and while my wife and I loved him so much, he had no small amount of challenges. He was severely reactive towards dogs and cats, and had pulled my wife down the stairs to chase after a small dog. For more than a year my wife couldn't take him on a walk outside, and his behavior in the house wasn't much better. Since training with Rachael, our life has changed so much for the better. My wife can take Finn outside for his walks, just last week we went to the mall and did a walk with several other dogs, and he did amazing. Now we're training Finn to take the Good Canine Test, something we never would have dreamed possible.
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Terrie Chism
5/5I got a dog that had been returned to the pound twice. He weighed 50lbs and I have a few mobility issues. I tried walking him and it was awful, he was reactive to everything, and terrible on the leash. I found Rachael on FB and contacted her. I signed up for 3 sessions. I thought…Read full reviewClose full review
I got a dog that had been returned to the pound twice. He weighed 50lbs and I have a few mobility issues. I tried walking him and it was awful, he was reactive to everything, and terrible on the leash. I found Rachael on FB and contacted her. I signed up for 3 sessions. I thought that she was just going to help me with walking, but she came over and suggested other changes that made it a much happier home (he’s very active and ball obsessed). I can now walk him with confidence and at home he is a lot calmer. He’s such a sweet boy. Rachael helped turn him from an out of control dog into a calmer, happier version of himself. I love him even more now! Thanks Rachael!!
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Karen Fallon
5/5We adopted a rescue dog that we loved, but his aggressive behavior around our grandkids and anyone entering our home had us face a decision to get him training or surrender him, which would have broken our hearts. Thanks to Rachael at Paws Down Dog Training, our pup is now calm, …Read full reviewClose full review
We adopted a rescue dog that we loved, but his aggressive behavior around our grandkids and anyone entering our home had us face a decision to get him training or surrender him, which would have broken our hearts. Thanks to Rachael at Paws Down Dog Training, our pup is now calm, obedient, and interacts great with our grandkids, family, and visitors.
Rachael was amazing. She took the time to understand his behavior, gave us the tools and confidence to work with him, and was incredibly patient throughout the process.
We are forever grateful and highly recommend Rachael to anyone struggling with their dog’s obedience and/or behavior.
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Frank Macioce
5/5We are so pleased with Rachel! We went out of the country and I was beside myself leaving our new golden puppy (Rocky). It was the best decision we ever made. Her home is a perfect environment and she treated our puppy like part of the family. She sent videos and kept us informed…Read full reviewClose full review
We are so pleased with Rachel! We went out of the country and I was beside myself leaving our new golden puppy (Rocky). It was the best decision we ever made. Her home is a perfect environment and she treated our puppy like part of the family. She sent videos and kept us informed. He was so well cared for and she spent hours every day working with him. She made so much progress with improving his puppy manners, basic commands and beyond. He came home happy and healthy and a much better version of himself. She allowed him to be a puppy and keep his loveable personality but he is the best behaved puppy we have ever had. I only wish I found her sooner! Thank you Rachel
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Cindy Strayer
5/5Rachael is fantastic! Highly recommend. I was at my wits end when I called her to help me with my 6 month old rescue puppy Roxy. Giving up was not an option for me. She tailors her training to the individual dog and what will work for her. Rachael makes everything seem so logica…Read full reviewClose full review
Rachael is fantastic! Highly recommend. I was at my wits end when I called her to help me with my 6 month old rescue puppy Roxy. Giving up was not an option for me. She tailors her training to the individual dog and what will work for her. Rachael makes everything seem so logical and simple. She sends you notes after each training session so you can go back over them to refresh your memory and also makes herself available for any questions you might have. She took my Roxy from being a little crazy puppy to a well behaved girl. I cant say enough good things about her. Look no further do yourself a favor and call her. You will not regret it.
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